SIGMA-ALDRICH
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
Version 5.2 Revision Date 18.11.2013
Print Date 11.12.2013
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1
1.2
Product identifiers
Product name
:
Sodium hydroxide
Product Number
Brand
Index-No.
REACH No.
CAS-No.
:
:
:
:
:
06203
Sigma-Aldrich
011-002-00-6
01-2119457892-27-XXXX
1310-73-2
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses
1.3
1.4
:
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company
:
Sigma-Aldrich Company Ltd.
The Old Brickyard
NEW ROAD, GILLINGHAM
Dorset
SP8 4XT
UNITED KINGDOM
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
:
:
:
+44 (0)1747 833000
+44 (0)1747 833313
eurtechserv@sial.com
Emergency telephone number
Emergency Phone #
:
+44 (0)1747 833100
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Corrosive to metals (Category 1), H290
Skin corrosion (Category 1A), H314
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
C
Corrosive
R35
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
2.2
Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H290
H314
May be corrosive to metals.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
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Precautionary statement(s)
P280
Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face
protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
P305 + P351 + P338
P310
Supplemental Hazard
Statements
2.3
none
Other hazards - none
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1
Substances
Synonyms
:
Formula
Molecular Weight
CAS-No.
EC-No.
Index-No.
Registration number
:
:
:
:
:
:
HNaO
40.00 g/mol
1310-73-2
215-185-5
011-002-00-6
01-2119457892-27-XXXX
Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Component
Classification
Sodium hydroxide
CAS-No.
EC-No.
Index-No.
Registration number
1310-73-2
215-185-5
011-002-00-6
01-2119457892-27-XXXX
Met. Corr. 1; Skin Corr. 1A;
H290, H314
Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
Component
Classification
Sodium hydroxide
CAS-No.
EC-No.
Index-No.
Registration number
1310-73-2
215-185-5
011-002-00-6
01-2119457892-27-XXXX
C, R35
Concentration
<= 100 %
Concentration
<= 100 %
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a
physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
water. Consult a physician.
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4.2
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11
4.3
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
no data available
5.3
Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4
Further information
no data available
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
6.3
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
6.4
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
7.3
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
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8.2
Component
CAS-No.
Value
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2
STEL
Control
parameters
2 mg/m3
Basis
UK. EH40 WEL - Workplace
Exposure Limits
Derived No Effect Level (DNEL)
Application Area
Exposure
routes
Health effect
Value
Workers
Consumers
Long-term local effects
Long-term local effects
1 mg/m3
1 mg/m3
Inhalation
Inhalation
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and
at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de,
test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374,
contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must
be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of
anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any
specific use scenario.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle
respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering
controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use
respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such
as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
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Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into
the environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1
9.2
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a)
Appearance
Form: pellets
Colour: white
b)
Odour
odourless
c)
Odour Threshold
no data available
d)
pH
14 at 50 g/l at 20 °C
e)
Melting point/freezing
point
Melting point/range: 318 °C
f)
Initial boiling point and
boiling range
1,390 °C
g)
Flash point
not applicable
h)
Evapouration rate
no data available
i)
Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j)
Upper/lower
flammability or
explosive limits
no data available
k)
Vapour pressure
< 24.00 hPa at 20 °C
4.00 hPa at 37 °C
l)
Vapour density
1.38 - (Air = 1.0)
m) Relative density
2.1300 g/cm3
n)
Water solubility
ca.1,260 g/l at 20 °C
o)
Partition coefficient: noctanol/water
no data available
p)
Auto-ignition
temperature
no data available
q)
Decomposition
temperature
no data available
r)
Viscosity
no data available
s)
Explosive properties
no data available
t)
Oxidizing properties
no data available
Other safety information
Bulk density
ca.1,150 kg/m3
Relative vapour density
1.38 - (Air = 1.0)
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1
Reactivity
no data available
10.2
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
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10.4
Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Organic materials
10.6
Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - rabbit
Result: Causes severe burns. - 24 h
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - rabbit
Result: Corrosive - 24 h
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Will not occur
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Additional Information
RTECS: WB4900000
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and
skin.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1
Toxicity
Toxicity to fish
LC50 - Gambusia affinis (Mosquito fish) - 125 mg/l - 96 h
LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 45.4 mg/l - 96 h
Toxicity to daphnia and
other aquatic
invertebrates
12.2
Immobilization EC50 - Daphnia - 40.38 mg/l - 48 h
Persistence and degradability
The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic substances.
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12.3
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4
Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6
Other adverse effects
Harmful to aquatic life.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1
Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material
with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1
UN number
ADR/RID: 1823
IMDG: 1823
IATA: 1823
14.2
UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
IMDG:
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
IATA:
Sodium hydroxide, solid
14.3
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 8
IMDG: 8
IATA: 8
Packaging group
ADR/RID: II
IMDG: II
IATA: II
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no
IMDG Marine pollutant: no
IATA: no
14.4
14.5
14.6
Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
15.2
Chemical Safety Assessment
A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.
SECTION 16: Other information
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
H290
H314
Met. Corr.
Skin Corr.
May be corrosive to metals.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Corrosive to metals
Skin corrosion
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
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C
R35
Corrosive
Causes severe burns.
Further information
Copyright 2013 Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use
only.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be
used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge
and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held
liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See www.sigmaaldrich.com and/or the reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
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Annex: Exposure scenario
Identified uses:
Use: Used as chemical intermediate
SU 3: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites
SU 3, SU9: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites, Manufacture
of fine chemicals
PC19: Intermediate
PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure
PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises
PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers
at dedicated facilities
PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent
ERC1: Manufacture of substances
Use: Formulation of preparations
SU 3: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites
SU 10: Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/ or re-packaging (excluding alloys)
PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure
PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises
PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage
and/ or significant contact)
PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers
at dedicated facilities
PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
ERC2: Formulation of preparations
Use: Used as laboratory reagent.
SU 22: Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services, craftsmen)
SU 3, SU 22, SU24: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites,
Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services, craftsmen),
Scientific research and development
PC21: Laboratory chemicals
PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent
ERC4, ERC6a, ERC6b: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of
articles, Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates), Industrial use
of reactive processing aids
Use: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles
SU 22: Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services, craftsmen)
SU 3, SU 22, SU24: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites,
Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services, craftsmen),
Scientific research and development
PC2: Adsorbents
PC14: Metal surface treatment products, including galvanic and electroplating products
PC15: Non-metal-surface treatment products
PC20: Products such as ph-regulators, flocculants, pre-cipitants, neutralization agents
PC35: Washing and cleaning products (including solvent based products)
PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage
and/ or significant contact)
PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
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PROC10: Roller application or brushing
PROC11: Non industrial spraying
PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring
PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent
ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles
1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Used as chemical intermediate
Main User Groups
Sectors of end-use
Chemical product category
Process categories
Environmental Release Categories
SU 3
SU 3, SU9
PC19
PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC8b, PROC9,
PROC15
: ERC1:
:
:
:
:
2. Exposure scenario
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC1
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC8b,
PROC9, PROC15, PC19
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
Physical Form (at time of use)
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
: Solid, low dustiness
Frequency and duration of use
Application duration
Frequency of use
: >4h
: 220 days/year
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor / Indoor
: Indoor
Technical conditions and measures
Provide adequate ventilation., Good work practice required.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
Use suitable eye protection and gloves., For personal protection see section 8.
3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an
exposure assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
Workers
Contributing
Scenario
Exposure
Assessment
Method
Specific
conditions
Value
Level of
Exposure
RCR*
PROC1
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.007 mg/m3
0.007
PROC2
ECETOC TRA
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Inhalation
0.007 mg/m3
0.007
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PROC3
ECETOC TRA
PROC4
ECETOC TRA
PROC8b
ECETOC TRA
PROC9
ECETOC TRA
PROC15
ECETOC TRA
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
Inhalation
0.7 mg/m3
0.7
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
*Risk characterisation ratio
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety
assessment Part D: Exposure Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the
SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply
Chain; CEFIC Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Formulation of preparations
Main User Groups
Sectors of end-use
Process categories
Environmental Release Categories
:
:
:
:
SU 3
SU 10
PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC5, PROC8b, PROC9
ERC2:
2. Exposure scenario
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC2
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC5,
PROC8b, PROC9
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
Physical Form (at time of use)
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
: Solid, low dustiness
Frequency and duration of use
Application duration
Frequency of use
: >4h
: 220 days/year
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor / Indoor
: Indoor
Technical conditions and measures
Provide adequate ventilation., Good work practice required.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
Use suitable eye protection and gloves., For personal protection see section 8.
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3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an
exposure assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
Workers
Contributing
Scenario
Exposure
Assessment
Method
Specific
conditions
Value
Level of
Exposure
RCR*
PROC1
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.007 mg/m3
0.007
PROC2
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.007 mg/m3
0.007
PROC3
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
PROC4
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.7 mg/m3
0.7
PROC5
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.7 mg/m3
0.7
PROC8b
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
PROC9
ECETOC TRA
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
*Risk characterisation ratio
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety
assessment Part D: Exposure Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the
SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply
Chain; CEFIC Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Used as laboratory reagent.
Main User Groups
Sectors of end-use
Chemical product category
Process categories
Environmental Release Categories
:
:
:
:
:
SU 22
SU 3, SU 22, SU24
PC21
PROC15
ERC4, ERC6a, ERC6b:
2. Exposure scenario
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC4, ERC6a, ERC6b
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC15, PC21
Product characteristics
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Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
Physical Form (at time of use)
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
: Solid, low dustiness
Frequency and duration of use
Application duration
Frequency of use
: >4h
: 220 days/year
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor / Indoor
: Indoor
Technical conditions and measures
Provide adequate ventilation., Good work practice required.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
Use suitable eye protection and gloves., For personal protection see section 8.
3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an
exposure assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
Workers
Contributing
Scenario
Exposure
Assessment
Method
Specific
conditions
Value
Level of
Exposure
RCR*
PROC15
ECETOC TRA
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
*Risk characterisation ratio
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety
assessment Part D: Exposure Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the
SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply
Chain; CEFIC Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not
becoming part of articles
Main User Groups
Sectors of end-use
Chemical product category
Process categories
Environmental Release Categories
:
:
:
:
:
SU 22
SU 3, SU 22, SU24
PC2, PC14, PC15, PC20, PC35
PROC5, PROC9, PROC10, PROC11, PROC13, PROC15
ERC4:
2. Exposure scenario
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC4
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC5, PROC9, PROC10, PROC11, PROC13,
PROC15, PC2, PC14, PC15, PC20, PC35
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Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in
Mixture/Article
Physical Form (at time of use)
: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
100 % (unless stated differently).
: Solid, low dustiness
Frequency and duration of use
Application duration
Frequency of use
: >4h
: 220 days/year
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure
Outdoor / Indoor
: Indoor
Technical conditions and measures
Provide adequate ventilation., Good work practice required.
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure
Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
Use suitable eye protection and gloves., For personal protection see section 8.
3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an
exposure assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
Workers
Contributing
Scenario
Exposure
Assessment
Method
Specific
conditions
Value
Level of
Exposure
RCR*
PROC5
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.7 mg/m3
0.7
PROC9
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
PROC10
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.35 mg/m3
0.35
PROC11
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.7 mg/m3
0.7
PROC13
ECETOC TRA
Inhalation
0.35 mg/m3
0.35
PROC15
ECETOC TRA
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Without Local
Exhaust
Ventilation
Inhalation
0.07 mg/m3
0.07
*Risk characterisation ratio
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety
assessment Part D: Exposure Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the
SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply
Chain; CEFIC Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
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